Patients are looking for effective treatments that are minimally invasive, have nominal recovery periods and long lasting results. Microneedling is an amazing treatment for facial rejuvenation and can achieve these results. Microneedling, aka Collagen Induction Therapy, makes tiny puncture wounds to the skin stimulating collagen, circulation and elastin. This treatment addresses fine lines, wrinkles, enlarged pores, scarring and age spots

How could this treatment get any better?

By adding PRFM (Platelet Rich Fibrin Matrix), which is a highly concentrated serum that aids in your body’s natural healing process. This serum, otherwise known as liquid gold, contains platelet derived growth factors that will aid in the proliferation of new cells. PRFM is created by drawing blood from the patient and then placing it in a centrifuge. The centrifuge separates the rich plasma from the red and white cells. Up to this stage is it considered PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) and many clinics pair this with microneedling.

PRFM takes it one step further by adding calcium chloride to the plasma which builds a fibrin matrix. This matrix lengthens the activation time of the growth factors to up to 7 days allowing your skin to achieve maximum results. The PRFM is driven into the dermis when combined with microneedling. The tiny punctures in the skin allows the plasma to enter the skin layer more efficiently increasing the healing process while stimulating collagen and elastin growth. PRP and PRFM are innovative techniques in the aesthetics world and are widely used in sports medicine through injections to help athletes heal from injuries and speed recovery times.

What to Expect

Prior to beginning the treatment, a topical numbing cream is applied. At the conclusion of treatment your skin may feel tight and will look pink, similar to a sunburn. There is a possibility of slight swelling. Typically this may last for 24-72 hours. You may have some flaking and peeling over the course of the week. The results are reduced pores, softer scars, firmer skin and a more even skin tone. It is recommended to use gentle skin care products until the skin is fully recovered. For optimum results it is suggested 3-4 treatments spaced 4-6 wks. apart. This treatment is one of the most innovative, minimally invasive treatments with proven results. As a Registered Nurse and Aesthetician I am excited to offer this to all my patients.

Call today for your free consultation. 248-524-0620.

Raquel Merlini, RN

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Michael J. Schenden, M.D. is a
board certified plastic and
reconstructive surgeon, located in
Troy, Michigan with over 25 years
experience.